The Health calendar is published weekly. Information to be included can be mailed to the Record-Eagle, P.O. Box 632, Traverse City, MI 49685; faxed to 946-8632; e-mailed to sbeach@record-eagle.com or delivered to: 120 W. Front St. Traverse City.
MICHIGAN COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER
Manistee, 12:30-4:30 p.m. May 8, May 15, May 22 and May 29, West Shore Outreach Lab, 332 First St.
Traverse City, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 12, Sgt. Dennis Finch Memorial Blood Drive, Grand Traverse County Governmental Center, 400 Boardman Ave.; 3-7 p.m. May 13; Trinity Lutheran Church, 1003 S. Maple St.; 1-4 p.m. May 13, Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 16, Northern Broadcasting WKLT, WFCX, WSRT, 1020 Hastings St., bus.
Kalkaska, 2-6 p.m. May 8, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, 419 S. Coral.
Mesick, noon-5 p.m. May 9, Mesick High School, 210 Mesick Ave.
Kingsley, 3-7 p.m. May 12, St. Marys of Hannah Church, M-113.
Beulah, 3-7 p.m. May 14, A Papano's Pizza, Crystal Drive and U.S. 31, bus.
Lake Leelanau, 2-7 p.m. May 15, St. Marys Church, St. Marys Street.
The Blood Center, 2575 Aero Park Drive, TC; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to noon first Saturday of each month.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Gaylord, 9:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. May 15, First United Methodist Church, 215 S. Center.
Harbor Springs, noon-5:45 p.m. May 16, Harbor Springs Middle School gym, 800 State St.
Indian River, noon-5:45 p.m. May 13, Cross in the Woods Family Church, 7078 M-68.
American Red Cross-West Shore
Ludington, 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m. May 9, Oakview Medical Center; noon-5:45 p.m. May 13, Knights of Columbus.
FREE CLINICS/SCREENINGS
Community blood pressure and foot care clinic, by appointment beginning at 9 a.m. May 13, blood pressure clinic free, foot care clinic $15; Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Road, Alden; for details or reservations, 331-4318.
AuSable Free Clinic, 1250 E. Michigan Ave., Building D, Grayling, (989) 348-3311.
Cadillac Community Clinic, 5-7:30 p.m. each Wed., 521 Cobbs St.; free health clinic providing limited diagnostic and treatment services to those who have no health insurance and are unable to pay for health care; assistance with free or low-cost medications through Medication Access Program for individuals lacking insurance; 876-7818.
Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings through Mercy Hospital Grayling, call (989) 348-0455.
Pregnancy Care Center, 121 S. Garfield, Suite C, TC: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.; after-hour appointments available, free pregnancy testing and confirmation, resources and referrals available, free ultrasound to qualifying women in a safe, private, compassionate setting. Walk-ins welcome. 929-3488 or www.know4sure.org.
Events
"Pie for a Cure," Grand Traverse Pie Company, TC, donating 50 cents of every 9-inch pie sold through Mother's Day to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Fund, 922-7437.
Showing of the documentary "Normal People Scare Me," 6 p.m. May 8, followed by panel discussion on autism, free; Charlevoix Library, 220 W. Clinton St., Charlevoix; 838-1258.
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, 5:30-9:30 p.m. May 8, $65 includes text with CD, for health care providers such as EMS personnel, physician assistants, physicians, dentists, nurses and respiratory therapists; Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, Frankfort; 352-2281.
North County Community Mental Health open houses, May 9, 2-4 p.m. North Country Mental Health's new office, 6250 M-66 North, Charlevoix; and 4:30-7:30 p.m. the Petoskey Club, 555 W. Mitchell, Petoskey; www.norcocmh.org.
Seventh Annual Festival of Tables, May 9 & 10, The Mercato at Grand Traverse Commons, Tickets $100 for preview/$50 for luncheon with proceeds benefitting Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michigan; www.FestivalofTables.org.
Relative Caregiver Conference, May 9, free, 8-8:45 a.m. registration, general session on "Parenting Someone Else's Child," various workshops 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-2 p.m., networking and lunch 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., closing session 2:15-3 p.m., for relatives caring for a family member's child or children living in northern lower Michigan, day care available on limited basis; Kirtland Community College, Roscommon; Sherie Bailey, (989) 344-3083, or Donna VanBrocklin, (989) 344-5126.
"Insulin: Facts, Myths, Rumors and Hearsay," 6:30 p.m. May 12, REMEC remote interactive satellite program, free, open to anyone interested in learning more about diabetes; West Shore Education Center, Manistee; 398-1033 or (800) 968-9292, ext. 81033.
"Rethinking Resources: Responding to New Volunteer Demographics," 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 13 or 19, open to nonprofits interested in volunteerism, continental breakfas and lunch provided, free, presented by northsky Nonprofit Network, grant funding from the Volunteer Center at United Way of Northwest Michigan; NMC Great Lakes Campus, 715 E. Front, TC; for details or to register, www.northskynonprofitnetwork.org.
Relatives Raising Others' Children support classes, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tues. through June 10, free, includes complimentary dinner and child care, sponsored by Catholic Human Services; at Immaculate Conception Elementary School, 218 Vine St., TC; 947-8110 or 929-7070.
Financial Fitness Workshop on "Banks and Financial Institutions," 6-8 p.m. May 13, free, registration required, day care may be available on request; Northwest Michigan Human Services Agency, 3963 Three Mile Road, TC; 947-3780 or (800) 632-7334.
Classes/Seminars
Bariatric Surgery Educational Seminar, 6-8 p.m. May 14, registration required, $25; Munson Medical Center, Sixth Street, TC; 935-8900.
Mom and Baby Yoga, 9;15-10:45 p.m. May 15, 22 and 29, $69; Sacred Space, 741 E. Eighth, TC; to register, call NMC 995-1700.
Understanding Cholesterol: Making Sense Out of Mixed Messages, 7-8:30 p.m. May 15, free; Munson Medical Center, Sixth Street, TC; 935-8565.
Pre-Natal Yoga, 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 16, 23 and 30, $69; Sacred Space, 741 E. Eighth, TC; call NMC, 995-1700.
Breastfeeding preparation, 6-9 p.m. May 20, $30; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-8219.
Living With Pain: Ask the Doctor, noon-1:30 p.m. May 22, free; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-9265.
A Good Night's Sleep: The Science of Sleep and Sleep Disorders, May 22 and 29, call for times, $45; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; call NMC, 995-1700.
Meetings
Common Threads Prayer Shawl Ministry, 10 a.m. May 9, 23, June 6, 20, everyone welcome, bring yarn, size 11-13 knitting needles or size M, N or P crochet hook to create comfort shawls and afghans; The Village at Bay Ridge, 3950 Scenic Ridge, TC; seating limited, reservations requested, 932-9455.
Fibromyalgia Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon May 10, Munson Medical Center Cafeteria Dining Room 2, 1105 Sixth St., TC; 938-1928 or 929-7969.
American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Grand Traverse County Team Captain Meetings, 6-7:30 p.m. May 19, Central United Methodist Church, 222 Cass St., TC; for those interested in participating in the June 7 event; www.relayforlife.org.
IBD Support Group-CCFA, 5:30-7 p.m. May 22, June 26; anyone welcome, topics are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis; Munson Community Health Center, ground floor conference room B, 550 Munson Ave., TC; www.ccfa.org or 933-0203.
Alzheimer's support group meeting, 2 p.m. May 22, June 26, July 24, for family, caregivers or anyone whose lives are touched by Alzheimer's , dementia or other memory loss issues, free respite care provided; Bay Ridge Assisted Living Center, 3825 Scenic Ridge, off Silver Lake Road, TC; 995-9385.
First AID/CPR Training
American Red Cross, 2350 Mitchell Park Drive, Petoskey; for details about classes or for those whose certification is set to expire and feel they can perform required skills without taking a class, call Tom Ritchie, 348-7666.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 15.
Blood-borne Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission, 4-6 p.m. May 17, or 8-10 p.m. May 22.
CPR Skills for Adults, Children and Infants, 6-10 p.m. May 20.
First Aid Skills, 6-8 p.m. May 22.
Babysitter's Training, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 31, Cheboygan Memorial Hospital; and 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 25, American Red Cross Building, for ages 11-15.
American Red Cross of Northwest Michigan
735 S. Garfield Ave., Suite B-100, TC; for details or to register, 947-7286.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR Re-certification, 9 a.m.-noon May 10; 9 a.m.-noon May 12; 5:30-8:30 p.m. May 20; $40.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Re-Certification, 1-4:30 p.m. May 10; 5:30-9 p.m. June 23; $50.
Pet First Aid, 9-11:30 a.m. May 10; $30.
Adult CPR and First Aid, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 15; $50.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. May 17; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. June 14; $80 includes CPR mask.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. May 17; 5:30-10 p.m. May 19 and 5:30-9 p.m. May 21; $55.
Babysitting Training, (ages 11-15) noon-6 p.m. May 18, participants should bring a sack lunch; $30.
AED Essentials (must have current CPR certification), 3:30-5:30 p.m. May 21; $15.
CPR Challenge, 9-11 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. May 28; 9-11 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. June 17.
Munson Healthcare
BLS/CPR for the Health Care Provider, 6-10 p.m. May 15, CPR skills for helping victims of all ages, $65; Munson Regional EMS Education; 935-7841.
Basic Life Support/Healthcare Provider CPR renewal, 6-9 p.m. May 20, $30; Munson Regional EMS Education; 935-7841.
Cadillac
Heartsaver CPR/First Aid, 6-10 p.m. fourth Mon. of month, 6-10 p.m. $50 registration for program expenses and not distributed to the American Heart Association, registration required; Mercy Hospital auditorium, 400 Hobart St., Cadillac; 876-7149.
SELF-HELP
Adult grief support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mon., Munson Hospice House, TC; and 10-11:30 a.m. Tues., TC Senior Center, 801 E. Front, TC; 935-8491.
Alcoholics Anonymous, AA hotline 946-8823 or email district11-aa.org.
Bereavement support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wed., First Congregational Church, Benzonia; 935-8491.
Caregiver Support Group, 7 p.m. third Mon., informal get-together for all care givers; The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster, TC; the Rev. Becky Chamberlain, 946-5680.
Children's Grief: Art Therapy Program, call for times/dates, Munson Hospice House, TC; for details or to register, 935-8492.
Dakoske/Phoenix Addiction Treatment Services, 940 E. Eighth St., TC; for individuals or those with family members struggling with alcohol or drug problems; (800) 622-4810.
Dental Clinics North, partnership of local health departments, schedules dental appointments for low-income children and adults. Clinics accept Medicaid, Healthy Kids Dental, MI Child and Northern Dental Plan, locations in Traverse City, Manistee, Mancelona, East Jordan, Petoskey and Gaylord, (877) 321-7070.
Diabetes support group, 2-3 p.m. May 14; Munson Medical Center, Sixth Street, TC; 935-8200 or (800) 809-8127.
Free Fitness Classes, 6:15-7:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs., Mill Creek Elementary School in Williamsburg; bring two 1-pound weights, water and a floor mat; call Sandi Willis, 267-5236.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, 6 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m. Sat., Munson Community Health Center Classroom G, 550 Munson Ave., TC; Heidi 929-3047.
Gamblers Anonymous of Frankfort, open meetings 6-7 p.m. Fri., Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave., e-mail gafrankfort@yahoo.com or write P.O. Box 326, Frankfort, 49635. Contact numbers: 651-0251 or 882-2186; ask for Kim. Online support available at Yahoo groups, type in: gamblenomore2007, to access the link or e-mail gamblenomore2007@yahoogroups.com.
Grand Traverse area chapter of The Compassionate Friends, 7 p.m. second and fourth Mon., self-help support organization for parents grieving the loss of a child; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Avenue, TC; 946-5462.
Healthy Choice Support Group, 11 a.m.-noon, fourth Mon. of month, Kando Island, 3003 Garfield Road, TC; for those wishing to improve their diet choices, includes swapping healthy recipes for diabetics; Jeremy Wolfe, 922-0903 or 645-4884.
Hospice of Michigan grief support group, 1-2:30 p.m. second Tues. of month, free, open to anyone grieving a loss; Hospice office, 932 N. Mitchell, Cadillac; 779-9570 or (800) 553-1924.
LaLeche League, mother-to-mother breastfeeding support, alternate morning and evening meetings the third Tues. of month, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., TC; phone support available anytime; Jessica, 935-3077 or Nessa, 267-6201.
Laugh for the "Health" of it with Judy Sheffer, "Friday Night Laugh" 6-7 p.m. every Fri.; "Saturday Funnies" 9-10 a.m. every Sat. with the exception of the first Saturday of each month when class is offered from 5-6 p.m.; sessions held at MIGUN of Northern Michigan, 1425 S. Airport Road, TC (behind Shell and Taco Bell); 929-8140.
Laughter Sessions, 4-5 p.m. first and third Sun. of month, The Friendship Center, 201 Broadway, Suttons Bay, free, laugh to reduce stress sessions offered by Gail Robinson, a Dr. Madan Kataria Laughter Yoga Leader, 256-3477.
Meditation for Health and Healing, 10 a.m.-noon Sun., Migun of Northern Michigan, 1425 S. Airport Road, TC; Christopher Niem Henley, doctor of Methaphysics, offers tips on relaxation and finding inner peace, donation requested; 929-8140.
Michael's Place, support groups for grieving families, 6-8 p.m. Mon., Immaculate Conception School, TC, free, separate groups for young children, teens, adults, parents (including parents dealing with miscarriages, stillborn or death of a baby) and survivors of suicide; call Michael's Place, 947-6453.
NAMI Connection, recovery support group meetings 1:30 p.m. every Fri., Kandu Island Center, 3003 Garfield Ave., TC; for adults with mental illness regardless of diagnosis, free, 932-1590.
Overeaters Anonymous, 12:15 p.m. Tues., 900 E. Front St., TC; 6 p.m. Thurs., King's Court Park Community Room, 2899 LaFranier Road, TC; 10:30 a.m. Sat., Suttons Bay Library, 416 Front St., Suttons Bay; call Genie 271-1060, Rose 256-2248 or Dana 935-1453.
Panic Attack and Anxiety Program, Panic Relief Inc., a nonprofit educational corporation located in Monmouth Junction, NJ, holds teleconference calls at 7 p.m. each Mon. and Wed. dealing with managing and controlling panic attacks, anxiety and stress; (732) 940-9658 or visit www.panicreliefinc.com.
SMART Recovery, (Self Management and Recovery training) 7-8:30 p.m. Thurs., Center for Wellness & Relationships, 3491 Hartman Road, TC; structured group encouragement and training for those seeking to develop skills to abstain from addictive behaviors in a confidential setting; $5-$10 donation, 947-2990.
START NEW Series For Healthful Living, Cadillac Seventh-day Adventist Church at 801 E. Division in Cadillac. Community health professionals aid in teaching God's eight laws of health in everyday lifestyles. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and feature a hands-on cooking class, nutritional presentation, spiritual nugget and keynote speaker, free, reservations not required.
TOPS, (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 10 a.m. Tues., Kings Court Community Center, off LaFranier Road, TC; 947-6176 or (800) 932-8677; TOPS #308, 6:30-8 p.m. Tues., Carmelite Monastery, 3501 Silver Lake Road, TC; 946-5804 or 943-8077.
Ongoing
Munson Medical Center
Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City, Patient Education, 935-8200 or (800)-809-8127.
Advance Care Planning, ongoing offering, making treatment preferences for medical care at end of life known, 935-6176.
Aquatic Community Classes and Therapy, Mon.-Thurs., no swimming skills needed, Premier Health and Fitness, 935-7331.
Baby swim, 10-10:45 a.m. Tues., for ages 3 months-3 years, $40/eight weeks; Premier Health and Fitness; 935-7331.
Massage Therapy, ongoing offering, 935-6926.
Navigator Program, outreach and support to women with breast cancer, 935-8216.
The Pediatric Walk-In Immunization Clinic, Munson Specialty Clinics Building (106 Madison St.). 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. only; 6-9 p.m. Mondays; Bring immunization records; 935-6270.
Senior Arthritis Aquatic Class, Tues. and Thurs. call for times; Premier Health and Fitness, TC; to register, 935-7331.
Splash, a water therapy fun class for children and teens with disabilities in a warm water therapy pool, Premier Health and Fitness, 1209 S. Garfield Ave., TC, $45/eight weeks, 935-7331.
Munson Community Health Center
Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., Traverse City, 935-9265.
Baby Care Essentials, 6-9 p.m. May 13, $30; 935-8219.
A Time To Be Born-Childbirth Preparation, call for dates and times, $80 or voucher, 935-8219.
Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mon., eight weekly classes with information on lung diseases, medications, breathing techniques and nutrition; 935-6736.
Families in Touch, 10:30 a.m.-noon Wed., crawlers infant play group; and 1-2:30 p.m. Wed., newborns infant play group; 922-4821.
Massage Therapy, 935-6926.
WOW (Working Off Weight), four-month program for people who have BMI of 27 or more, $20 for orientation; for details or to register, 935-8533.
Yoga Classes for Cancer Patients, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thurs., gentle stretching and breathing for relaxation and healing, call 228-4067.
Benzie-Leelanau
Health Department
Benzie-Leelanau Health Department, 6051 Frankfort Hwy., Suite 100, Benzonia, call 882-2126 in Benzie County or 256-0200 in Leelanau County.
Women's health, family planning/reproductive health clinics; breast and cervical cancer screening.
Maternal Child Health, Maternal Support Services/WIC for pregnant women and children; Infant Support Services, Immunization clinics, Healthy Futures.
General Health, Confidential and anonymous HIV counseling and testing; immunizations for children and adults.
Grand Traverse Band
GT Band, Health Building, 2300 N. Stallman Road, Suttons Bay, 271-5256.
Breast and Cervical Cancer, Screening Program, for American Indian women aged 40 and older; 534-7859.
Grand Traverse Health Department
GT Health Department, 2325 Garfield Road N., Traverse City, 922-4831.
Blood Borne Pathogen Training, by request; 922-2729.
Healthy Kids/MIChild, provides comprehensive insurance for pregnant women and children under 19 years, Applications available for MIChild, call 922-2730.
Immunization Clinics, held daily, $7 charge per injection for children's vaccines; 922-4831; .
Maternal Support Services, assists pregnant women and infants, for appointment, 922-2730.
Munson Medical Center Specialty Clinic, 106 S. Madison St., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun., 6-9 p.m. Mon., no appointment needed, bring child's immunization record to each visit.
Pregnancy Tests, 922-4630.
Reproductive Health Services, initial and annual exams, pap smears, pregnancy tests and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and HIV testing. Birth control, no fees for teens, sliding fee scale for adults; Medicaid accepted, Breast and cervical screenings for those over 40, 922-4630.
WIC, (Women, Infants and Children) food coupons and nutrition education for pregnant and lactating women and children under 5; 922-2720 or (800) 946-4599.
Youth Health and Wellness Center, school based health-wellness center at TBA Career Tech, 880 Parsons Road, TC; limited medical care and counseling, 922-6416.
Health Department of Northwest Michigan
Locations in Bellaire, Mancelona, Charlevoix, Petoskey/Harbor Springs and Gaylord. Call (800) 432-4121.
Family Planning, initial and annual exams, Pap tests, pregnancy tests, treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and HIV counseling and testing.
Support for pregnant women and new mothers, includes home visits from public health nurses and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition program.
Children's screening, tests for vision, hearing, lead.
Free/low-cost health insurance for children up to age 19 and pregnant women.
Immunizations, for infants and children, adolescents and adults. Cost varies by shot, many qualify for free immunizations.
Ironmen Health Center, primary care services for youth age 10-21 including mental health counseling.
Free mammograms and Pap tests, for women age 40 to 65 within certain income guidelines who have no health insurance coverage or who do not have coverage for mammograms.
Testing kits, for drinking water and radon gas.
Free consultations on indoor air issues, includes lead paint, mercury spills and mold.
Home care and hospice services, certified by Medicaid and CHAP.
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood of West and Northern Michigan, 1003 Spring St., Petoskey, 347-9692; 1135 E. Eighth St., Traverse City, 929-1844; Confidential health services for women and men including: Annual gynecological exams, breast, pelvic and pap tests; birth control; emergency contraception; sexually transmitted and other infection screening and treatment; anonymous HIV testing and counseling; pregnancy testing and non-judgmental options counseling, Extended hours include some evenings, 929-1844 or (800) 230-PLAN.
Cadillac
Mercy Hospital Cadillac, 400 Hobart St., Cadillac, 876-7200.
Support Groups, for information, 876-7326.
Advance Care Planning, for help with decisions about end-of-life care, Mon.-Sat., call for times, Mercy Hospital, 876-7355.
Cancer Support Group, 3:30 p.m. second Wed., Reva, 775-3550.
Cardiac Rehab, 876-7825.
Diabetes Support Group, 1-3:30 p.m. first Tues., in Dublin Room of the McAuley Center, 876-7183.
Tour of Family Birthing Center, 5-8 p.m. first Wed.; meet at fourth-floor nurses station. No registration.
Health Clinic, 5-6:30 p.m. Wed., District Department No. 10; bring verification of income. 876-7818.
Cheboygan
Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, 748 S. Main St., Cheboygan, 876-7200.
Childbirth Preparation, 6-8:30 p.m. Mon., call 627-1357 for exact dates.
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group, 3-4 p.m. Tues., hospital cafeteria, free.
Phase III Cardiac Rehab, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri.; Cheboygan Fitness Center, $10 per session or $35 per month; 627-1458.
Breastfeeding Support Group meetings, 1 p.m. every Tues.; CMH Obstetrics Unit.
Frankfort
Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 224 Park Ave., Frankfort, 352-9621.
Alzheimer's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. first Wed., 352-2357.
Caregiver Resource Center & Library, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, easy access to caregiving and general health information. Internet access available, 352-2312.
CPR Classes, Wed. and Sat., call for times, 352-2257.
Grief and Loss Support Group, 10-11:30 p.m., first and third Wed., 935-8491.
Parkinson's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. third Thurs.
Gaylord
Otsego Memorial Hospital, 825 N. Center Ave., (989) 731-2344.
Breastfeeding class, expectant parents can learn basics, classes offered throughout the year, (989) 731-2124.
Childbirth Education Class, "Journey to Parenthood," weekday and Sat. classes available, call Childbirth Education Coordinator, (989) 731-2124 to register.
Freedom From Smoking, offered several times a year, six-week sessions each last about 90 minutes, cost $40 per person, call (989) 731-2193 for information on next session or for a Smoker's Quit Kit.
Infant Care Class, for expectant parents, learn basics such as bathing, diapers, skin care, immunizations, (989) 731-2124.
Yellow Ribbon Chapter of Gaylord, community meetings, first Tues., Gaylord High School (in the event of a school closing, Otsego Memorial Hospital), call Linda Hoffman, 584-3503.
Grayling
Mercy Hospital Grayling, 1100 E. Michigan Ave., Grayling, (989) 348-0314.
Better Breathing Classes, free classes for those with chronic lung disease; learn breathing techniques, nutrition, exercise and treatments. Registration required, call Grayling Asthma Project, (989) 348-0779.
Diabetes, Self-management Program, three locations; (989) 348-0380; for program questions, call Rhonda Haske, (989) 348-0455.
Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings, (989) 348-0455.
Heart Health/Fitness Program, Mon., Wed. and Thurs., $5.50 per session; (989) 348-0371.
Nutrition Education, meet with a registered dietitian to discuss nutrition needs and healthy eating, (989) 348-0380.
Kalkaska
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, 419 S. Coral St., Kalkaska, 258-7500.
Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mon., eight weekly classes with information on lung disease, medications, breathing techniques, nutrition and exercise for those with chronic lung disease; $40, 258-7525.
Living With Cancer Video Series, available for viewing at any time, free, 258-7781.
Manistee
West Shore Medical Center, 1465 E. Parkdale Ave., Manistee, 398-1000.
Childbirth and Breastfeeding Classes, 398-1414.
Sit and Get Fit, exercise class for seniors, 10-11 a.m. Tues. and Thurs., Senior Center, Manistee; $2 for drop-ins; 723-8282.
Diabetes Self Management, program and support group, 398-1033.
Petoskey
Northern Michigan Hospital, 416 Connubial Ave., Petoskey, 487-7777.
Health screening, 8-10 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. first Thurs. of month; $15, $10 for Senior Advantage members, no registration; Community Health Education Center, (800) 248-6777.
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